Geology courses can help you learn about rock formation, plate tectonics, mineral identification, and the processes that shape the Earth’s surface. You can build skills in fieldwork techniques, data analysis, and interpreting geological maps. Many courses introduce tools like GIS software, remote sensing technologies, and rock sample analysis equipment, that support applying your knowledge in environmental assessments, natural resource exploration, and understanding geological hazards.

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Issue, International Relations, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Pollution Prevention, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Community Development, Mitigation, Trend Analysis
★ 4.9 (22) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Chicago
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Mitigation, Environment, Environmental Issue, Physical Science, Sustainable Development, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Environmental Science, Simulations, electromagnetics, Chemistry
★ 4.6 (460) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, NoSQL, Data Modeling, Database Design, Data Store, Databases, Data Storage Technologies, Database Systems, SQL, Data Storage, Query Languages, Relational Databases
★ 3.5 (99) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Museum of Natural History
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Social Sciences, Social Studies, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Adaptation, Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Mitigation, Scientific Methods, Environmental Science, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Media and Communications, Hydrology, Mathematical Modeling, Discussion Facilitation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Model Evaluation
★ 4.7 (818) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Construction Inspection, Construction, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Building Codes, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, General Construction and Construction Labor, Commercial Construction, Civil Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Structural Analysis, Analytical Testing, Design Specifications, Technical Standard
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Ancient History, Culture, Biology, Liberal Arts, European History
★ 4.5 (168) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Physical Science, Biology, Taxonomy, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Environment, Environmental Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Chemistry
★ 4.2 (106) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Hazard Analysis, Safety Standards, Environmental Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Safety Assurance, Safety Training, Environmental Regulations, Environment and Resource Management, Petroleum Industry, Environment Health And Safety, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Plant Operations and Management, Waste Minimization, Fire And Life Safety, Chemical Engineering, Risk Analysis, Natural Resource Management
★ 4.6 (67) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Mapping, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Data Analysis, GIS Software, Geostatistics, Spatial Analysis, Land Development, Global Positioning Systems, 3D Modeling, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Engineering Calculations, Survey Creation, Trigonometry, Systems Of Measurement, Numerical Analysis
★ 4.7 (144) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Chemistry, Manufacturing Processes, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Physical Science
★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Physics, Laboratory Experience, Physical Science, Experimentation, Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Vibrations, Mechanics, World History, European History
★ 4.9 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Demography, Environment, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Land Management, Nutrition and Diet, Sustainable Systems, Nutrition Education, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Social Studies, Human Development, Trend Analysis, Economic Development
★ 4.8 (56) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks